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TDLR is seeking Sanitarian Subject Matter Experts

Posted in: Sanitarians

TDLR is seeking Sanitarian Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to serve on our Examination Review Committee (ERC) and to assist our Education and Examination Division with examination review, maintenance, development, and creation. SMEs are tasked with ensuring the states’ examination for licensure upholds stringent standards and are continually updated by referencing current laws and rules. If… Read More about TDLR is seeking Sanitarian Subject Matter Experts

Reminder to Schools: Information for Students About Lawful Presence Documentation

Posted in: Barbering and Cosmetology, Massage Therapy

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is providing this notice for your awareness and asks that schools share this information with students, particularly prospective students so they understand licensing requirements before enrolling. The TDLR rule related to lawful presence takes effect May 1, 2026. The documentation process itself has been in place since… Read More about Reminder to Schools: Information for Students About Lawful Presence Documentation

Changes to Elevator and Escalator Accident, Incident and Reportable Condition Report

Posted in: Elevator and Escalator Safety

The department has combined the accident, incident and reportable condition report forms for elevators and escalators into a single form and has created a separate new form specifically for wheelchair lifts. Effective immediately, all elevator and escalator accidents, incidents and reportable conditions, which includes entrapments, must be reported to the Department using this new department-approved… Read More about Changes to Elevator and Escalator Accident, Incident and Reportable Condition Report

Elevator/Escalator Inspection Report Submissions Citing Violations

Posted in: Elevator and Escalator Safety

In accordance with Texas Administrative Code, ยง74.50(a)(3), the owner of a building or facility, in which an elevator, escalator or other equipment is located and regulated by TDLR, is required to submit to the department within 30 days of the equipment inspection date, written documentation to verify that all violations cited on the inspection report… Read More about Elevator/Escalator Inspection Report Submissions Citing Violations

TDLR Notice regarding Enforcement Discretion on RVP Requirements

Posted in: Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

TDLR is notifying industry stakeholders that it is exercising enforcement discretion for certain Reid Vapor Pressure, or RVP, requirements for gasoline and gasoline-ethanol blends. During the period covered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency waiver, TDLR will allow the sale of gasoline with an RVP of up to 9.0 psi, or 10.0 psi when blended… Read More about TDLR Notice regarding Enforcement Discretion on RVP Requirements

TDLR is Seeking Requests for Proposals (RFP) for Internal Audit Services

Posted in: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to obtain Proposals from qualified Proposers to perform internal audit services. Only Proposers that employ or subcontract individuals to perform internal audit services who are qualified in accordance with Texas Government Code ยง2102.006, including certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)… Read More about TDLR is Seeking Requests for Proposals (RFP) for Internal Audit Services

TDLR Issues Emergency Order Against Greater DFW Intl Massage Academy, Revokes License

Posted in: Massage Therapy

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued an emergency order to immediately halt operations of the Greater DFW Intl Massage Academy LLC in Plano and revoke its massage school license. The emergency order was issued after TDLR found reasonable cause to believe the school engaged in serious violations of state… Read More about TDLR Issues Emergency Order Against Greater DFW Intl Massage Academy, Revokes License

Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Alabama to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth

Posted in: Electricians

AUSTIN โ€“ The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has entered into reciprocal agreements with the Alabama State Board of Electrical Contractors as part of its ongoing efforts to respond to growing industry workforce needs. These agreements will allow licensed journeyman and master electricians to work in either state under a streamlined licensing process…. Read More about Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Alabama to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth

Commission Adopts Rules

Posted in: Financial Crimes Intelligence Center, Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation adopted new rules at 16 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 63, ยงยง63.1-63.5, regarding the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center program. The adopted new rules require merchants to report skimmers on electronic terminals to law enforcement and the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center. The proposed rules are necessary to establish the procedures… Read More about Commission Adopts Rules

Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Iowa to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth

Posted in: Electricians

AUSTIN โ€“ The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has entered into a reciprocal agreement with the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing as part of its ongoing efforts to respond to growing industry workforce needs. This agreement will allow licensed master electricians to work in either state without obtaining an additional license… Read More about Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Iowa to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth